[blparent] breastfeeding positions

[Anjelina]

I'm so excited!! We've been very successful with the lying on our side
position. If for now I stick to this position will this cause any problems
for Kloei?
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From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Alex
Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:32 PM
To: blparent at nfbnet.org
Subject: [blparent] Experience in the Hospital

Angelina, I breast fed my son for 9.5 months and thought it was great
because it took no sight.  Having said that, it took about 6 weeks for us to
get the hang of it.  The first two weeks were horrible.  I contacted La
Leeche in my community and got a lot of sympathy from the contact, which is
what I needed at the time.  I then made an appointment with the Lactation
Dept, which was also helpful.  When my milk came in I was so engorged that
my son could not latch, so I had to pump, which meant we switched from and
to breast and bottle often.
The nurse also recommended a breast shield, which I used for a few weeks.
The breast shield really helped in my case and had I not had one, I would
not have continued to try to breast feed.  The most comfortable position for
us was lying on a bed.  I understand that this is not the most healthy way
to breast feed for the baby's teeth/gums, but sometimes we must do what
works.  I also used a boppy or pillow under him to help support him.  I
needed my hands and fingers to look to see where his mouth was and how he
was latching and sucking.  After we got to know each other, it worked fine.
My mother too did not breast feed and was not always supportive but I think
that was more of a mom watching her daughter struggle and not be able to
help.  Hang in there and please don't hesitate to e-mail me off list.
I would be happy to give you my phone number and talk with you if it would
help.  Good luck!  Lucy

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